PAWS for GAWS Dog Walk 2024

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Geelong’s Eastern Gardens and the stunning Geelong Waterfront, this 4km walking event promises to be a great day out for our four legged friends and humans.

9:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday 3rd March 2024

Eastern Park BBQ Area, East Geelong, VIC

PAWS for GAWS is a vibrant celebration of our four legged friends, our community, and our shared commitment to animal welfare in our region.

By "paws-ing" with us, you're not just taking part in a fun filled event you're making a tangible difference in the lives of animals in need, in our local community.

ITINERARY

9:00am

Check in for pre - registration opens, merchandise pick up
On-the-day registration opens at the registration marquee
Coffee and food stalls open

10:30am

Welcome speech
Briefing on the walk route, safety measures, and dog handling
Warm up exercise session for participants and dogs

11:00am
Official start of the Dog Walk

You will set off at 11:00am for a relaxed 4km walk that will take you along the Geelong Waterfront and loop back to your original starting point at the Eastern Park BBQ Area.

If required there will be a staggered start to help reduce congestion, ensure smoother traffic flow, and can minimize potential conflicts between dogs.

Group sizes will be based on our total number of participants, with comfortable group sizes decided on the day. Depending on group sizes we will have 5 to 10 minute intervals.